as in reliability
the ability to withstand force or stress without being distorted, dislodged, or damaged
demonstrated the suitcase's sturdiness by dropping it from a third-floor window
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Recent Examples of sturdiness
Organic materials in succulent soil mix provide nutrients for the succulents, while the rock materials provide sturdiness and air pockets for excellent drainage.
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Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Jan. 2026
The combination of softness and sturdiness feels appealing again.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2026
The tree also has fire-resistant and hypo-allergenic branches, as well as a metal base for extra sturdiness.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025
The ultimate addition to an apartment or condo, the bed frame’s noise-free, space-saving design receives a 10 out of 10 score for sturdiness from commerce market editor Kate McGregor.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 Dec. 2025
Neoclassicism isn’t Norman Foster’s thing, but theatrical sturdiness is.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 12 Nov. 2025
This distilled into denim bottoms that reflected the material’s sturdiness, which moved with a flourish.
—Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
The Schwinn Koen is a favorite of mine for its sturdiness, adjustability, and ergonomic design.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 7 Oct. 2025
Edgerton’s performance style has always tended toward sturdiness, which has often drawn charges of being stiff or dull.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Jan. 2026
The combination of softness and sturdiness feels appealing again.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2026
The tree also has fire-resistant and hypo-allergenic branches, as well as a metal base for extra sturdiness.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025
The ultimate addition to an apartment or condo, the bed frame’s noise-free, space-saving design receives a 10 out of 10 score for sturdiness from commerce market editor Kate McGregor.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 Dec. 2025
Neoclassicism isn’t Norman Foster’s thing, but theatrical sturdiness is.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 12 Nov. 2025
This distilled into denim bottoms that reflected the material’s sturdiness, which moved with a flourish.
—Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
The Schwinn Koen is a favorite of mine for its sturdiness, adjustability, and ergonomic design.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 7 Oct. 2025
Edgerton’s performance style has always tended toward sturdiness, which has often drawn charges of being stiff or dull.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sturdiness
Noun
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None grappled honestly with intermittency and whole-system reliability.—
Alex Pavlak,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Feb. 2026
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While the next storm is never far away in New England, the value proposition for our customers and the state is clear – strategic, cost-effective investments in reliability deliver real benefits to families, businesses and the broader economy.—
Steve Sullivan,
Hartford Courant,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The jump requires tremendous power, accuracy and stability to withstand extreme landing forces, which can be up to eight times the skater's body weight.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
7 Feb. 2026
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This mid-top walking shoe prioritizes stability via a thick underfoot wall and a flexible, supportive Speedboard.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Your body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium and maintain bone strength.—
Zia Sherrell,
Health,
5 Feb. 2026
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There is strength in coming together to pray, Gomez said.—
Anissa Rivera,
Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Sturdiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sturdiness. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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